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Summary: Boost your UCEED score with this complete guide on UCEED GK questions. Explore actual past-year GK questions, smart study techniques, and expert tips to prepare GK for UCEED effectively. Learn how general knowledge in UCEED can help you secure up to 50+ easy marks in the UCEED exam 2026.

When preparing for the UCEED 2026 exam, most aspirants focus on drawing, visualization, and analytical reasoning - but overlook one silent score-booster: General Knowledge (GK). Yes, GK in UCEED is not just a side topic; it’s a major differentiator between an average and a top scorer.

In fact, according to the official UCEED 2025 question paper, a total of 17 out of 57 questions in Part A were GK-based including 5 out of 15 MSQs and 12 out of 28 MCQs. That means nearly one-third of the entire objective paper tested General Knowledge and Current Affairs. Therefore, if you're wondering how to prepare for UCEED in 2 months, focusing strategically on GK and Current Affairs along with design aptitude and visualization skills can significantly boost your overall score

Let’s break that down:

MSQ GK Questions in 2025 UCEED exam: 5 × 4 = 20 marks

MCQ GK Questions in 2025 UCEED exam: 12 × 3 = 36 marks

That’s 56 straightforward marks out of 300 total - marks you can secure simply by being well-prepared with UCEED GK questions.

No calculations. No design sketches.

Just awareness - of design, art/culture, logos, related current affairs, basic understanding of science principles in everyday objects and basic static GK.

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In this guide you’ll find:

1. Whether UCEED have GK? And what is included in UCEED GK?

2. The UCEED 2026 GK syllabus and how to study it smartly.

3. Real UCEED GK questions and answers from previous papers.

4. How to integrate GK preparation with the rest of your UCEED study plan  for 2026.

5. Recommended GK books for UCEED and practice resources.

6. Free tools like UCEED GK Questions PDF and mock test practice to sharpen your recall.

7. 25+ actual UCEED GK questions (with answers) from past papers.

8. Tactical preparation tips to ensure you take advantage of the edge GK in UCEED can give you, when everyone focuses only on design.

Does UCEED Have GK?

One of the most common questions: “does UCEED have GK?” Yes - the exam includes a segment of general knowledge, awareness and current affairs, typically under the umbrella of the objective Part A, though the weight is moderate.

25 Top UCEED GK Questions with Answers

Below are 25 most important UCEED GK questions (with answers) drawn from past papers, mock collections and design-entrance resources prepared by experts.

Use these to practice after completing GK syllabus and before you test yourself with professional mocks.

Q.1) The Tropic of Cancer passes through which of the states shown below?

Ans: A,C,D

Q.2) Which of the options is / are CORRECT?

(a) The cap of a water bottle is tightened by rotating it in the clockwise direction (as seen from the top).

(b) To turn on a tap, the tap head is rotated clockwise; to turn it off it is rotated counter- clockwise (as seen from the top).

(c) To loosen a nut of a car wheel, a spanner is turned counter-clockwise clockwise (from the point of view of the person using the spanner).

(d) The earth as seen from the North Pole rotates clockwise about its axis.

Ans: A,C

Q.3) Given below are the silhouettes of two iconic figures in Indian history. Which of the following statements is / are TRUE?

(a) Both had degrees in law

(b) Both spent time in South Africa

(c) The birthdays of both are in the same month

(d) Both dressed in a manner that expressed their ideology

Ans: A,D

Q.4) Which consultant(s) to the Government of India suggested that the metal lota (shown in the given figure) used by many Indians is an appropriate symbol for indigenous design traditions?

(a) Walter Gropius

(b) Charles Eames

(c) Hannes Meyer

(d) Ray Eames

Ans: B,D

Q.5) Which of the options is the correct logo of India Post?

Ans: D

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Q.6) Phulkari, Chikankari, Sambalpuri and Paithani are weaving traditions from different states of India. Which option lists them in the correct sequence?

(a) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Assam, Punjab

(b) Punjab, Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Maharashtra

(c) Uttar Pradesh, Odisha, Punjab, Maharashtra

(d) Odisha, Uttar Pradesh, Assam, Punjab

Ans: B

Q.7) Which of the options matches the fruit and the leaf correctly?

(a) Mango-1, Chikoo-2, Guava-3, Jackfruit-4

(b) Mango-3, Chikoo-4, Guava-2, Jackfruit-1

(c) Mango-4, Chikoo-2, Guava-3, Jackfruit-1

(d) Mango-2, Chikoo-3, Guava-1, Jackfruit-4

Ans: B

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Q.8) Hex codes are used to specify colours on the computer. What colour is the Hex Code CCCCCC?

(a) White (100% white)

(b) Black (100% black)

(c) Dark Grey (80% black, 20% white)

(d) Light Grey (20% black, 80% white)

Ans: D

 Q.9) Which are the rivers numbered from 1 to 4 in the map below?

(a) Ravi, Ganga, Krishna, Cauvery

(b) Sutlej, Yamuna, Godavari, Cauvery

(c) Indus, Ganga, Godavari, Krishna

(d) Chenab, Yamuna, Godavari, Cauvery

Ans: B

Q.10) Which of the following is the hardest wood?

(a) Teak

(b) Thorny Acacia

(c) Mango

(d) Rosewood

Ans: D

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Q.11) The well-known masterpiece “Mona Lisa” was painted by Leonardo Da Vinci in the 16th Century. Nearly 500 years later another artist made a satirical reference to it; he copied the “Mona Lisa” but painted a moustache on her! Which art movement was this artist associated with?

(a) Dadaism

(b) Cubism

(c) Impressionism

(d) Pop-art

Ans: A

Q.12) Which of the following options is the odd one?

(a) Electroplating

(b) Anodizing

(c) Powder Coating

(d) Drilling

Ans: D

 Q.13) The _______ government organizes the Hornbill Festival each December, promoting cultural heritage and fostering interaction between tribes. The festival has been named after a ______.

(a) Chhatisgarh, bird

(b) Nagaland, bird

(c) Manipur, flower

(d) Shillong, tribal musical instrument

Ans: B

Q.14) Which of the options is/are correct according to pigment colour theory?

Ans: A & D

Q.15) Shown below is a cross-section of two different trees of same species and age but found in different locations. Based on the image, which of the statement(s) is/are TRUE.

(a) Growth of the tree X is more consistent than tree Y

(b) Growth of the tree X is healthier than tree Y

(c) Climatic conditions could be the reason for the uneven ring structures in tree Y

(d) Growth of the tree Y is healthier than tree X

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Q.16) A printer wishes to print four colours, Crimson, Pink, Brown, and Indigo, using CMYK [Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Key (black)] inks. The printer uses the CMYK combinations shown below (in % of each ink) to produce the colours on the right. Which combination(s) will result in the correct colour(s)?

Ans: A, D

 Q.17) What is the function of these objects?

(a) Measuring earthquakes

(b) Weaving cotton

(c) Toasting bread

(d) Burning wood

Ans: C

Q.18) Which combination shows lunar eclipse?

Ans: B

Q.19) A list of 8 country names in Vietnamese (shown in red), and their English translations (shown in blue) are given below. The translation list is mixed up. Which of the following statements is TRUE?

(a) Ðan Mạch is Denmark, Thụy Ðiển is Sweden, Phần Lan is Poland

(b) Hà Lan is Netherlands, Áo is Austria, and Ba Lan is Poland

(c) Bỉ is Belgium, Hà Lan is Finland, and Na Uy is Norway

(d) Na Uy is Netherlands, Thụy Ðiển is Denmark, and Phần Lan is Finland

Ans: B

Q.20) Pressure cookers are sometimes made using copper and stainless steel. In such a pressure cooker

(a) The bottom is made up of stainless steel and the rest is made up of copper because it is aesthetically pleasing.

(b) The bottom is made up of stainless steel and the rest is made up of copper because copper is a germicide.

(c) The bottom is made up of copper because it is a better conductor of heat compared to steel and hence it is more energy efficient.

(d) The bottom is made up of copper because that is the only way such a cooker can be heated using an induction stove.

Ans: C

Q.21) Select the correct logo

Ans: B

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Q.22) An object was sharply focused and a photograph was taken using a camera. The photographer wants to blur the background (change the depth of field) in the next photograph. This can be achieved by changing the:

(a) size of opening of the lens (aperture).

(b) distance of the object from the camera and again focusing.

(c) shutter speed to change the duration for which light enters the camera.

(d) focal length of the lens.

Ans: A,B,D

Q.23) The lost wax process is used for ______________.

(a) Honey making

(b) Jaggery making

(c) Batik painting

(d) Metal casting

Ans: D

 Q. 24) 

(a) P – Mauryan Empire, Q – Pallava Empire, R – Vijayanagar Empire, S – Mughal Empire

(b) P – Mughal Empire, Q – Vijayanagar Empire, R – Chola Empire, S – Mauryan Empire

(c) P – Mauryan Empire, Q – Chola Empire, R – Vijayanagar Empire, S – Mughal Empire

(d) P – Mauryan Empire, Q – Chola Empire, R – Bahmini Sultanate, S – Mughal Empire

Ans: C

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Q.25) Which of the options is the correct logo?

Ans: D

Why UCEED GK Questions 2026 Matter So Much:

1. It’s scoring and direct:

Unlike visualization or numerical reasoning, GK questions in UCEED are purely factual - either you know it or you don’t. With good preparation from a trusted GK book for UCEED, you can easily earn 40-50 marks without complex problem-solving.

2. It reduces time pressure:

In the UCEED Part A paper, GK questions take less than 30 seconds each, freeing up time for tougher analytical questions later.

3. It supports other sections:

Having strong general awareness and current affairs improves your understanding of design-based reasoning and comprehension questions, since many are contextually linked to real-world trends.

4. It’s often underestimated:

Most students don’t dedicate structured time to GK for UCEED, thinking “Does UCEED even have GK?” - but the truth is, it does, and it’s growing in importance every year. The 2025 paper was a clear signal.

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UCEED GK Syllabus 2026 - List of Topics from which UCEED GK Questions are Asked

Here’s a helpful breakdown of the UCEED GK syllabus (general knowledge for UCEED) with topics you must cover:

[Note: UCEED doesn’t announce GK syllabus officially, our experts analysed past year UCEED 2026 paper pattern to curate this]

Top UCEED GK Themes	Particulars
Design & Architecture	Major awards Landmark buildings Design traditions
Popular culture & creative industries	Leading design trends Cultural festivals New materials Sustainable design
Visual culture & world heritage	UNESCO heritage list Design icons in India and globally
Technology & innovation	Emerging materials How everyday things work (mechanisms) Key tech changes impacting design Basic knowledge of scientific principles
Static GK	Famous designers (e.g., Charles & Ray Eames, Le Corbusier) Famous paintings like ‘Mona Lisa’ Major art/design movements Typography and Color Theory basics Iconic figures of Indian history Basic geography
Design in India	Major institutes (NID, IIT-Design schools) Major Awards in Design, Art, Culture Initiatives like Make in India, Swachh Bharat etc.
Logos of famous companies and institutions	Usually visual questions where you are required to select the correct logo or spot mistakes.

This syllabus covers all various types of questions on GK for UCEED, that have been repeatedly asked in UCEED previous year’s question papers.

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Best Books & Resources for UCEED GK Questions Preparation 2026

To cover GK fully for UCEED 2026, here are recommended resources:

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How to Practice UCEED GK Questions Strategically for 2026 Exam (B.Des)

Since you’re aiming for admission into B.Des via UCEED 2026, treat GK as both a support and differentiator:

1. In your revision schedule, allocate 1-2 days per week exclusively to GK.

2. Use UCEED practice questions for GK to familiarise yourself with question style.

3. Incorporate mini-quizzes (‘UCEED quiz questions’) at the end of each week.

4. Before the exam, make a ‘GK Rapid Revision Sheet’ with 100 key facts (design awards, major design houses, technology terms, architects etc.)

5. On exam day, tackle GK/awareness questions after you finish the high-weightage technical/aptitude questions - because GK questions often don’t require heavy calculation and can be solved quickly.

How to Study GK for Extra Marks in UCEED 2026

Scoring well in GK for UCEED isn’t about memorizing thousands of random facts - it’s about smart recall, pattern spotting, and question familiarity.

Here’s how to prepare most efficiently:

1. Start with Past Year Papers - Spot the Patterns

Before you study anything new, analyze past UCEED question papers (especially 2020-2025).

You’ll notice patterns like: Questions repeating around object mechanisms, color theory, logos, famous designers, materials, and architecture.

Along with some basic static GK from geography/history.

Tip: Create a “Topic Frequency Chart”. List every GK question by theme (e.g., 5 design awards, 4 architecture, 3 materials…). This will tell you what’s worth revising at last moment and what’s not.

2. Focus on “Visual GK” - Learn by Seeing, Not Reading

UCEED is a visual exam, so the GK section often tests recognition more than memorization. Most of the UCEED GK questions include a figure.

So instead of reading long notes, use image-based learning:

a) Make a folder of iconic designs, logos, famous buildings, furniture, typography, and design movements.

b) Quiz yourself visually: “Who designed this?” “Which movement does this belong to?”

You’ll start remembering facts by image association, a powerful way to retain GK for UCEED 2026.

Example: Seeing a Bauhaus poster immediately reminds you of 'Walter Gropius, 1919, Germany'. No memorization needed.

3. Use Micro-Notes, Not Textbooks

a) Forget bulky GK books with everything under the sun. Instead use micro-notes that can help you revise faster during last-minute UCEED preparation.

b) Create small, category-wise notes for UCEED GK like:

• Design Movements → Bauhaus, Art Deco, Minimalism
• Designers → Le Corbusier, Charles & Ray Eames, Jonathan Ive

c) Keep it short. One fact per line. Aim to revise your entire GK in 30 minutes.

4.     15-Minute “Recall Drill” Technique

a) Every day, spend 15 minutes testing your recall, not reading new content.

b) Write down 10 random GK questions from memory.

c) Then check your answers using your GK notes or a UCEED GK Questions PDF.

This builds retrieval strength, which is exactly what you need in a timed exam.

5.     Learn Through Mock Tests & Error Logs

Practicing UCEED mock tests is the fastest way to discover gaps.

After each test:

• Review every UCEED GK questions you missed.
• Add it to your “GK Mistakes Log” - one line per missed concept.
• Revise this log every few days, this log becomes your personal GK book for UCEED.

This iterative cycle ensures you never forget what you once got wrong.

6.     Use “Smart Guess Practice” for UCEED GK

Since many GK questions in UCEED are MSQ or MCQ, train yourself to guess intelligently. In mocks, note how often you can eliminate 2 options confidently. If your success rate exceeds 70%, you’ve mastered “risk control.” This habit alone can convert negative marking into positive gain in the GK-heavy sections.

7.     Build a “50 Facts” Rapid Sheet Before Exam Day

In the final week, don’t overload yourself with new GK. Instead, prepare a “Top 50 GK Facts Sheet”. Include only verified, high-frequency items from previous years and your mock error logs. This 1-page sheet should be your last revision piece before the exam. 50 quick, high-yield facts for instant memory refresh.

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How to Integrate GK with the Rest of UCEED Preparation 2026

Unlike math or reasoning, UCEED GK connects naturally with design aptitude, visualization, and design trends. Instead of treating GK as a separate subject, weave it into your daily study flow.

1. Blend GK with Visualization Practice

When you sketch or observe product forms, connect them with design awareness:

For example, “How the product functions?” “What movement inspired a design style?”

This builds conceptual recall that can help in both Part A GK and at times even while solving Part B design aptitude drawing questions.

2. Integrate GK with Design Awareness Topics

While studying UCEED exam syllabus topics like “Design Awareness” or “Observation,” add GK context - e.g., study the story behind a famous logo or product redesign.

3. Use GK to Improve Observation Skills

Observation-based UCEED practice questions often reference real-world products or symbols. Knowing design trivia helps you recognize them faster.

E.g., if the question shows a furniture silhouette, and you know it resembles “Eames Chair,” you instantly infer its design era and style - saving seconds.

4. Mix GK into Mock Tests

When attempting a UCEED 2026 mock test online free, deliberately note which GK topics appeared. Over time, you’ll identify recurring themes (design awards, architecture, cultural icons).

Revising those ensures you never miss easy marks again.

5. Use GK to Enrich Creative Thinking

In Part B drawing or design aptitude tasks, having strong general awareness adds depth to your ideas. For example:

If the prompt is “Redesign a product for a certain group of users” knowing current sustainable design trends helps you craft richer concepts.

Knowledge from UCEED GK questions directly influences your creative responses.

6. Link GK with English & Reasoning Sections

Many reasoning questions involve reading comprehension or short passages about designers, brands, or innovations. Your UCEED general knowledge gives you instant context, making comprehension faster and more accurate.

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Here’s how you can integrate UCEED GK prep in your 2026 revision plan

Day	Focus	How GK Blends In
Monday	Visualization practice	Add reading of 5 UCEED specific GK topics
Tuesday	Analytical reasoning	Solve 5 GK MCQs between sections
Wednesday	Drawing practice	Sketch famous buildings/products; write design style/designer’s name
Thursday	Current affairs	Relate each event to design or sustainability
Friday	Mock test	Attempt full paper or sectional tests - mark all GK questions attempted
Saturday	Review mistakes	Update GK notes from missed topics
Sunday	Rest & refresh	Watch design documentaries / YouTube GK shorts by CreativEdge

Pro Insight from CreativEdge Mentors:

The best UCEED performers don’t just study GK - they live it. They connect with design, culture, and awareness daily out of curiosity. That’s why small GK questions turn into high-confidence points for them.

Sample Weekly Plan to Prepare for UCEED GK Questions 2026

Day	Activity	Time
Monday	Read latest design & tech current affairs (last 2 weeks)	30 min
Tuesday	Solve 10 - 15 GK questions (from past design exam or mock)	20 min
Wednesday	Notes review (visual GK/famous design personalities/institutes/materials)	15 min
Thursday	Practice quiz: 20+ questions timed	20 min
Friday	Revise mistakes log & update revision sheet	15 min
Saturday	Free-flow reading: basic static GK (you can use NCERTs)	30 min
Sunday	Mock test (include GK full set) + review.	40 min

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Final Thoughts

Preparing UCEED 2026 GK questions is the smartest and most high-return strategy to invest time in. While your focus rightly lies on visualization, design aptitude, reasoning and drawing, mastering GK gives you that extra edge in performance and final rank (usually end up being the deciding factor of rank range).

Use the recommended UCEED GK books, leverage UCEED mock test online free platforms like CreativEdge, and practice from previous year UCEED GK questions and answers. Combined with strong technical UCEED preparation, your GK strength will reflect in better overall scores and admission chances into the coveted B.Des programmes at prestigious IITs.

Whether you’re preparing for UCEED 2026 or just getting started, mastering general knowledge for UCEED can easily give you 50+ free marks that most aspirants miss, a margin that can push you from “qualified” to “top ranked.”

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